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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources